The way a user searches varies slightly depending on the situation. The search component behavior depends on the amount of data, the type of data, and the location of the search within the product.
The search component is most often used on pages that contain data tables.
Configurations
All of the elements in the search component are required. The elements in the table below are configurable.
| Element | Purpose | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Label | Informs the user what information to enter into its corresponding form control. | The label text should indicate what can be searched. When used in combination with a data table, the label text should be specific if the search is performed on one column, e.g.: "Search Name", or generic if the search is performed on multiple columns, e.g.: "Search". |
| Placeholder | Provides the user with a short hint intended to aid with data entry when the control has no value. | The placeholder attribute is not a substitute for a label. |